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Mayor Terry Gans took his turn at the bell last December.
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • November 21, 2017
Bell-ringers needed for Longboat Kiwanis tradition

Slots are still available throughout the holiday season.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Lakewood Ranch Inter-District Authority Supervisor Alan Roth says supervisors worry about parking at Town Hall, should a restaurant be developed on the Black Walnut site.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 21, 2017
Questions surround Black Walnut Cafe site

Lakewood Ranch IDA considers buying lot next to Town Hall to expand parking.

  • East County
  • News
Patti the turtle, file photo
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • November 21, 2017
Education key to Longboat's new turtle regulations, officials say

More enforcement, more cases but more disorientations: Longboat officials agree education is the best way to protect turtles

  • Longboat Key
  • News
A World Rowing spokesman said more than 8,000 fans packed Nathan Benderson Park on Sunday for the final day of the world championships. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 21, 2017
Rowing facility shows its mettle

Indicators suggest 2017 World Rowing Championships generated $18.65 million in Sarasota and Manatee counties.

  • East County
  • News
Lakewood Ranch High School's asphalt track will soon be resurfaced with a rubberized material, making for a more safe training environment for students.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • November 21, 2017
Lakewood Ranch High set to have track resurfaced

Lakewood Ranch High School's track to be resurfaced this month, allowing for safer training conditions.

  • East County
  • Schools
Mellie Fernandez, owner of Mellie's New York Deli & Eatery, brought a special guest to work, 1-year-old Gianna Fernandez, her youngest daughter.
    By
  • Berkley Mason
  • November 21, 2017
Mellie's deli brings a taste of New York to Bradenton.

New deli brings a taste of New York City to East County.

  • East County
  • Business
This home at 20910 Parkstone Terrace recently sold for $2.05 million.
    By
  • Adam Hughes
  • November 21, 2017
Concession home tops local sales at $2.05 million

Residential real estate transactions for Nov. 6-10

  • East County
  • Real Estate
The Ranch Grill Chef Jason Revell shares a recipe on turkey enchiladas. Photo by Jay Heater.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 21, 2017
Still hungry? Local chefs share their best post-Thanksgiving recipes

The big meal is important. So are the leftovers.

  • East County
  • News
Bayport Beach & Tennis Club owners won Town Commission approval for a special exception on its undergrounding assessments.
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • November 21, 2017
Longboat commissioners agree with neighborhood on underground-utility sticker shock

The Bayport Beach & Tennis Club's exception will likely lead to an increase for other properties islandwide.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Ricky Garvie tested one of his hot air balloons at Premier Sports Campus in Lakewood Ranch earlier this month.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 21, 2017
Lakewood Ranch lands hot air balloon festival

Four-day event will include carnival attractions and a classic car show.

  • East County
  • News
Braden River marching band members receive the 3A championships banner. Photo courtesy of Terri Behling.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 21, 2017
Braden River Marching Band wins state 3A title

Lakewood Ranch fails to reach 4A finals for first time in seven years.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Eric Garwood
  • November 21, 2017
Seven qualify for Longboat election; no primary needed

Randy Clair is unopposed in District 1.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
Peg Pluto has served as the chamber's administrative assistant for the last year and a half.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Former Chamber administrative assistant lands 'dream job'

Peg Pluto will now serve as the property manager at the Wicker Inn Beach Resort.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Courtesy of Roger Pettingell Pettingell has found that buyers are looking for open spaces and contemporary looks in their homes.
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Realtors notice trend shift in home buyers

Real estate tastes shift from Mediterranean styles to something more open and contemporary. Longboat Key Realtors say sellers should pay attention.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Share your memories with us!

We're looking for your happiest and wackiest holiday memories.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Pat Gussin debuts new book

Her newest, and seventh, book "Come Home" hit bookstores on Nov. 7.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Stan Horwich and Budee Jacobs Courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Happy Birthday, Stan!

Beachplace resident Stan Horwich celebrated his 95th birthday on Nov. 5.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Casey Navarro plays in the park during the neighborhood's regular Tunes in the Park event.
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 21, 2017
Laurel Park gathers for Tunes in the Park

Neighbors filled the park for the neighborhood's seasonal potluck dinner and concert.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Gigi Silverberg Lisa Tyson Melinda Whitlock Monica Darold Niki Born Silvia Ayo Jenny Lexhed Francesca Bonte Val Grubbs Beth Bartlett File photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Cedars team aces season

The Cedars East 7.5 Combo team had a successful season.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Chloe Wetherington. (Courtesy photo).
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 21, 2017
Your Town: 'Tree-mendous' fundraiser

East County residents spread cheer.

  • East County
  • Neighbors
Walter Haller courtesy photo
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 21, 2017
Longboat Key Obituaries: Nov. 23, 2017

Walter Carroll Haller, Clark Morton and Robert Nelson a died.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
Bryan Gagg unstraps his helmet and Deshaun Fenwick wipes his face after a failed fourth-down conversion late in the game.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2017
Venice High extends Braden River High's playoff pain

Braden River football seniors depart having lost four straight to Venice.

  • East County
  • Sports
Heritage Harbour South Community Development District officials may change how they utilize reserves so there is extra money for infrastructure repairs and other budget items. File photo.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 21, 2017
Governing board banks on new strategy

Heritage Harbour CDD considers change in financial strategy.

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 21, 2017
Sarasota Garden Club toasts to 90 years

The club marked its anniversary with a party themed to the decade of its founding — the roaring 20s.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Melanie Johnson points to where she wants players to be during a post drill. Johnson's first regular season game as head coach is Nov. 21 against First Coast High.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2017
Lakewood Ranch girls basketball coach has drive to succeed

Prose and Kohn: Ryan Kohn.

  • East County
  • Sports
Natalie Gorji.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2017
East County Athlete of the Week: Natalie Gorji

The ODA sophomore talks soccer and Paris.

  • East County
  • Sports
Camie Lizardi signed with the University of South Florida. Photo courtesy Abby Toole-Plummer.
    By
  • Ryan Kohn
  • November 21, 2017
East County High 5 Moments: 11.21.17

East County High 5 Moments: 11.21.17

  • East County
  • Sports
The city approved a lease that will allow a private operator to manage the Lido pavilion for up to 30 years.
    By
  • David Conway
  • November 20, 2017
City approves controversial Lido pavilion lease deal

Despite opposition from Lido Key residents, the city approved a plan for the Lido Beach pool and pavilion that includes the operation of a restaurant and Tiki bar.

  • Sarasota
  • News
Keith Pandeloglou, director of Lakewood Ranch Community Activities, and Meals on Wheels Plus CEO Maribeth Phillips, enjoy a Shoebox Party fundraiser at The Ranch Grill in Lakewood Ranch.
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 20, 2017
Meals on Wheels makes compelling introductions

Side of Ranch

  • East County
  • News
    By
  • Anna Brugmann
  • November 20, 2017
First Presbyterian Preschool gives thanks

The preschool celebrate Thanksgiving with a pageant followed by a family feast.

  • Sarasota
  • Neighbors
Caden McClusky, left, talks with Manatee County paramedic Clint Faulkner, who treated him the day of his accident. Faulkner asks about Caden's shark tooth necklace, which Caden wore the day of the accident.
    By
  • Pam Eubanks
  • November 20, 2017
Child injured in Lakewood Ranch crash reunited with paramedics

Paramedics call get-together a 'rare opportunity.'

  • East County
  • News
The condo at 623 Cedars Court is valued at $170,850, according to the Manatee County Appraiser’s office.
    By
  • Bret Hauff
  • November 20, 2017
Longboat files new voyeurism charges as town moves to seize condo

Adversarial Preliminary Hearing scheduled for Tuesday afternoon in Manatee County courtroom.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 20, 2017
Longboat Key Fire Rescue Chief shares Thanksgiving safety tips

Chief Dezzi shares cooking tips from the U.S. Fire Administration.

  • Longboat Key
  • News
    By
  • Observer Staff
  • November 20, 2017
Florida Highway Patrol to hold DUI Wolfpack Operation Thanksgiving weekend

There will be an increased law enforcement presence on area roads Friday.

  • Sarasota
  • News
    By
  • Jay Heater
  • November 19, 2017
Cops Corner: Driver denied entry to apartment complex crashes car through gate

A round up of this week's most interesting police reports from Manatee County.

  • East County
  • Cops Corner
    By
  • Katie Johns
  • November 18, 2017
Longboat Key firefighters tee off first golf classic

About 85 golfers participated in the event on Nov. 18.

  • Longboat Key
  • Neighbors
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